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Universal Studios Orlando showing chateau or palace
Orlando showing a bay or harbor, a city and general coastal views
Miami showing outdoor eating, a hotel and street scenes
Fort Lauderdale featuring interior views

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Southeastern United States must see attractions

1. Walt Disney World® Resort

Walt Disney World® Resort is the perfect place to stay in Orlando as a large number of the area’s star attractions are within easy driving distance. Two sights that should be at the top of every visitor’s itinerary is the wonderful Disney's Boardwalk and the ever-popular Disney's Osprey Ridge Golf Course. Two other great attractions you’ll find within a short distance of Walt Disney World® Resort are the Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park and the Disney's Lake Buena Vista Golf Course.
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Walt Disney World® Resort

2. Universal Studios Florida

Visit Universal Studios Florida to discover cutting-edge attractions based on pop-culture icons, Hollywood blockbuster films and hit television shows. This Orlando theme park will transport you into a highly imaginative world where you can leap through the screen and become the star.
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3. Universal Orlando Resort

A visit to Universal Orlando Resort offers a memorable vacation for all the family, with accommodation, entertainment and theme park thrills all in one place. You can choose a hotel from eight options that include standard rooms and a multitude of suites to accommodate every style, size and budget.
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Universal Studios Orlando showing street scenes, a city and rides

4. Disney Springs™

For a town that provides all the essentials when you’re not at one of the area’s Disney attractions, visit Florida’s Disney Springs®. Within walking distance of major hotels and resorts are more than 100 shops and 60 dining venues as well as fun attractions. Ride a hot air balloon to view the Disney complex from aloft or travel on Lake Buena Vista and its canals in an Italian water taxi or amphibious car.
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Disney Springs® showing a river or creek, a bridge and a sunset

5. Magic Kingdom® Park

The first of the Florida-based theme parks, the Magic Kingdom® Theme Park is still central to most Orlando vacations. Six fantasy lands across 107 acres (43 hectares), morning-through-night entertainment and animatronic Disney characters all help to create an unforgettable experience for the entire family. Magic Kingdom® Theme Park was created from the vision of Walt Disney and opened in 1971.
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Magic Kingdom® Park featuring rides

6. SeaWorld® Orlando

Opened in 1973, SeaWorld® Orlando encompasses family-friendly rides and educational exhibits, as well as the nearby stand-alone parks, Discovery Cove® and Aquatica water park.
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Orlando featuring marine life and interior views as well as a couple

7. Dollywood

From adrenalin-pumping roller coasters to kiddie rides, seasonal festivals to live music , museums and historic buildings, find boundless fun for the entire family at the Dollywood theme park. Opened in 1986 by legendary country singer Dolly Parton, Dollywood is the highlight of the trip to Pigeon Forge for many people. It attracts over 2 million visitors per year.
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Dollywood which includes signage and rides

8. Great Smoky Mountains National Park

The beauty and diversity of Great Smoky Mountains National Park explain why it is the most visited of the U.S. national parks. Enjoy nature, wildlife and the quiet peace of endless forests.
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Great Smoky Mountains National Park featuring tranquil scenes, a house and forest scenes

What to do in Southeastern United States

Things to Do in Southeastern United States with Kids

There's fun for the entire family no matter where you wander in Southeastern United States. Here are some family friendly experiences you can enjoy together that'll make your trip a blast:


 

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Downtown Nashville which includes a city, a sunset and boating

Downtown Nashville

4/5(5,801 area reviews)

Sounds of country and honky-tonk resonate around the streets of Music City. Watch a show, attend a hockey match and walk in the footsteps of U.S. presidents.

Downtown Nashville
South Beach featuring skyline, swimming and a sandy beach

South Beach

4.5/5(11,595 area reviews)

Major entertainment destination with numerous nightclubs, restaurants, and boutiques. Stroll along Lincoln Road and Ocean Drive, admire Art Deco buildings, and enjoy easy access to public transportation.

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Rosemary Beach

4.5/5(40 area reviews)

Experience European Colonial charm in this Gulf Coast community, offering warm waters, beach activities, and a mixed-use town center with shops, restaurants, and live music at Peddler's Pavilion. Explore nearby parks and trails for a dose of nature.

Rosemary Beach
World of Coca Cola featuring a city, city views and skyline

Downtown Atlanta

4/5(5,906 area reviews)

Central business district with corporate headquarters, Georgia State University, and government facilities. Explore Underground Atlanta, Woodruff Park, Georgia Aquarium, and The Mall at Peachtree Center. Accessible via MARTA subway lines.

Downtown Atlanta
Seaside which includes a coastal town and general coastal views

Seaside

4/5(1 area review)

This unincorporated area on Florida's Panhandle boasts a Seaside Farmers Market and a picturesque interfaith chapel. Explore the town center and stroll along pedestrian alleys radiating from the heart of the community.

Seaside
Savannah Children\'s Museum featuring a playground and a bridge

Historic Downtown Savannah

4.5/5(5,096 area reviews)

Declared a National Historic Landmark District, this urban area boasts notable sites like Juliette Gordon Low's birthplace, Telfair Academy, and the First African Baptist Church. Unwind in one of Savannah's 22 squares or the 30-acre Forsyth Park.

Historic Downtown Savannah

 

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Southeastern United States on a sunny day?
Take advantage of the weather (and give your legs a stretch at the same time) with one or two of these outdoor activities:


What to do in Southeastern United States on a rainy day?
If it's raining during your visit, shake off your umbrella and have a go at one or two of these fun indoor activities:


What is Southeastern United States famous for?
With loads of famous attractions like these to discover, your most challenging decision will be where to go first:

  • Walt Disney World®
  • SeaWorld® Orlando
  • PortMiami
  • Universal Studios Florida

What should I not miss in Southeastern United States?
You just can't go home without checking off the following unmissable sights:

  • Port Everglades
  • Port Canaveral
  • Magic Kingdom® Park
  • Georgia Aquarium

Are there cheap things to do in Southeastern United States?
You'll find plenty of experiences here that'll catch your eye if you're traveling on a tight budget:


What can you do in Southeastern United States for free?
You'll hardly have time to dig your wallet out of your pocket with so many great free attractions:

  • PortMiami
  • University of Florida
  • Centennial Olympic Park
  • Pisgah Covered Bridge